New England Colonies Review

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What motivated the Puritans to come to America in the 1600s?

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The Puritans came to America to escape religious persecution.

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Which state was NOT part of the New England colonies?

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Georgia was not part of the New England colonies.

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List the colonies that make up the New England colonies.

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The New England colonies are Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.

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What was the primary motivation for settling the New England colonies?

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The primary motivation was religious freedom.

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Why were lumber, fish, maple syrup, horses, and furs important to the New England colonists?

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They were all goods that were traded.

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What is a Separatist?

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A Separatist is a member of a group that separated from the Church of England to form their own churches.

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What role did trade play in the New England colonies?

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Trade was essential for the economy, providing goods and resources for survival and profit.

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What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

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The Mayflower Compact was an agreement for self-governance signed by the Pilgrims in 1620.

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How did geography influence the economy of the New England colonies?

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The rocky soil and cold climate led to a focus on fishing, shipbuilding, and trade rather than agriculture.

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What was the relationship between the New England colonists and Native Americans?

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The relationship varied; it included trade, cooperation, and conflict over land and resources.